Palermo Union Elementary School District
School District · Palermo, California
Avg Rating
5.3
out of 10
Schools
5
4 elem, 1 mid
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,415
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Avg Rating
5.3
out of 10
Schools
5
4 elem, 1 mid
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,415
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Evaluating Palermo Union Elementary?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Palermo Union Elementary as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Helen M. Wilcox Elementary
Oroville · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Palermo
Palermo · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Golden Hills Elementary
Oroville · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
California rank
#564 of 713
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.0
below California avg
Per-pupil spending
$18,415
+$768 vs California median
District size
1,283 students
Smaller than California median
The short answer
Palermo Union Elementary ranks #564 of 713 California districts by overall school rating. Palermo Union Elementary's schools with real test data average 5.3/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Helen M. Wilcox Elementary (6.2/10), Palermo (5.3/10), and Golden Hills Elementary (4.4/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
STAAR proficiency rose +11.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Palermo Union Elementary schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Palermo Union Elementary
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helen M. Wilcox Elementary | 6.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Palermo | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Golden Hills Elementary | 4.4 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Palermo Union Elementary
Palermo Union Elementary is a Palermo, California school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 1,283 students with a student-teacher ratio of 20.4:1. The district invests $18,415 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.3/10, Palermo Union Elementary demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Helen M. Wilcox Elementary, which has a composite score of 6.2/10.
In standardized testing, Palermo Union Elementary students show an average math proficiency of 30.1% and ELA proficiency of 33.8%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school .
District Map
Schools in Palermo Union Elementary, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Palermo Union Elementary with test data.
Schools in Palermo Union Elementary
5 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 1
District Details
- State
- California
- City
- Palermo
- Total Enrollment
- 1,283
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Palermo Union Elementary?
Palermo Union Elementary has 5 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Palermo Union Elementary?
The average composite rating for Palermo Union Elementary is 5.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Palermo Union Elementary?
Palermo Union Elementary spends $18,415 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Palermo Union Elementary?
The average student-teacher ratio in Palermo Union Elementary is 20.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Palermo Union Elementary?
Helen M. Wilcox Elementary is the highest-rated school in Palermo Union Elementary with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What are the test scores in Palermo Union Elementary?
Across schools in Palermo Union Elementary with test data, the average math proficiency is 30.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 33.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Palermo Union Elementary compare to other districts in California?
Palermo Union Elementary has an average school rating of 5.3/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in California by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 30.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 33.8%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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